Operation Metro Surge: ICE in Minneapolis

December 2025 – present

Part of Minneapolis Protests

I live in Minneapolis, and this set documents Operation Metro Surge, the federal immigration enforcement operation that began in December 2025 with thousands of federal agents.

Federal ICE Operations Across Minneapolis

Officers from ICE, Border Patrol, Homeland Security Investigations and other DHS agencies took part. Federal officials described it as one of the largest immigration enforcement actions carried out in a U.S. city.

About This Photo Set

These photos follow the impact on and the response of the community as life was uprooted for millions.

Protesters hold a "Resistance Melts ICE" sign at a Minneapolis march honoring Alex Pretti, killed by border patrol agents.View full post: “Resistance Melts ICE” Sign at Minneapolis Day Out for Democracy March
February 16, 2026 — Today in Minneapolis, those demanding justice for everyone shot and/or killed by federal agents over the last 2 months, protesters marched from Stewart Park to the memorial of Alex Pretti. Pretti was shot and killed by border patrol agents while he was unarmed on January 24, 2026. Video shows agents removing a gun from Pretti prior to shots being fired. The “Day Out For Democracy” rally and march was organized by Minnesota AFL-CIO.
Protest sign held at Alex Pretti memorial in Minneapolis demanding justice for those killed by federal agents.View full post: Alex Pretti Protest Sign Reflected in a Sidewalk Puddle
February 16, 2026 — Today in Minneapolis, those demanding justice for everyone shot and/or killed by federal agents over the last 2 months, protesters marched from Stewart Park to the memorial of Alex Pretti. Pretti was shot and killed by border patrol agents while he was unarmed on January 24, 2026. Video shows agents removing a gun from Pretti prior to shots being fired. The “Day of Democracy” rally and march was organized by Minnesota AFL-CIO.
Man in sunglasses speaking at microphone wearing yellow fist graphic shirt at Minneapolis protest rally.View full post: DeWayne Davis Speaks at Day of Democracy Rally in Minneapolis
February 16, 2026 — Today in Minneapolis, those demanding justice for everyone shot and/or killed by federal agents over the last 2 months, protesters marched from Stewart Park to the memorial of Alex Pretti. Pretti was shot and killed by border patrol agents while he was unarmed on January 24, 2026. Video shows agents removing a gun from Pretti prior to shots being fired. The “Day of Democracy” rally and march was organized by Minnesota AFL-CIO.
Person holds sign with monarch butterfly and text "Immigrants Belong in Minnesota" at protest rally in Minneapolis.View full post: “Immigrants Belong in Minnesota” Sign at Day Out for Democracy March
February 16, 2026 — Today in Minneapolis, those demanding justice for everyone shot and/or killed by federal agents over the last 2 months, protesters marched from Stewart Park to the memorial of Alex Pretti. Pretti was shot and killed by border patrol agents while he was unarmed on January 24, 2026. Video shows agents removing a gun from Pretti prior to shots being fired. The “Day Out For Democracy” rally and march was organized by Minnesota AFL-CIO.
Protesters hold signs at a Minneapolis rally demanding the deportation of a political figure and the removal of ICE from the city.View full post: “Dangerous Criminal in the White House” Sign at Day Out for Democracy March
February 16, 2026 — Protesters gather in Minneapolis, holding signs that read "THERE IS A DANGEROUS CRIMINAL IN THE WHITE HOUSE! DEPORT HIM!" and "ICE OUT OF MPLS." The demonstration occurred during the "Day Out For Democracy" rally and march, organized by the Minnesota AFL-CIO. This event demanded justice for individuals killed by federal agents, including Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed by border patrol agents on January 24, 2026.
Handwritten flyer on utility pole with ICE alert codes instructing whistles for enforcement activity in Minneapolis.View full post: “Code 1” and “Code RED” Whistle Alert Flyer for ICE Sightings
February 13, 2026 — A flyer posted on a utility pole in Minneapolis outlines a community alert system for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity. The notice provides two codes: "Code 1" indicates ICE is in the area and instructs individuals to blow a whistle with a "Pre-Pre-Pre..." sound. "Code RED" signifies that ICE is detaining someone, and the whistle should be blown with a "PREEEEEEE..." sound.
Anti-immigration enforcement posters displayed in Via's Vintage storefront windows on Hennepl Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.View full post: “America Stands With Minnesota” Posters on Hennepin Avenue
February 13, 2026 — Posters expressing solidarity with immigrants are displayed in the windows of the vacant Via's Vintage storefront on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The messages, "ICE CAN'T BREAK U.S." and "AMERICA STANDS WITH MINNESOTA," appeared in February 2026, a period marked by increased federal immigration enforcement activity in the city during "Operation Metro Surge."
Protesters hold signs opposing ICE at Lake Street and Chicago Avenue intersection in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge.View full post: Nighttime Anti-ICE Protest on Lake Street in Minneapolis
February 12, 2026 — Protesters gathered at the intersection of Lake Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, holding signs with messages such as "THE WRONG ICE IS MELTING," "HANDS OFF SOCIAL SECURITY," and "IMMIGRANTS LET THEM STAY." This protest occurred during"Operation Metro Surge".
Protest sign at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis criticizing ICE with "Minnesota Cocktail" and "MN Nice Except With Ice" text.View full post: “Minnesota Cocktail” Poster Mocks ICE at George Floyd Square
February 12, 2026 — A protest sign at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis reads "MINNESOTA COCKTAIL MN NICE EXCEPT WITH ICE!". The sign references the "MN Nice" stereotype of Minnesotans while criticizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The area has become a significant site for activism and community organizing, addressing issues of racial justice and police brutality.
Banner reading "Our Neighborhood Blocks ICE" displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.View full post: “Our Neighborhood Blocks ICE” Banner at George Floyd Square
February 12, 2026 — A banner reading "Our Neighborhood Blocks ICE" is displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on February 12, 2026. The sign is positioned at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and 38th Street, an area that has been a site of ongoing protest since the murder of George Floyd.
Handwritten protest sign at Renee Good Memorial referencing Trump, Vance, and ICE, urging Representatives Emmer and Fischbach toView full post: Sign at Renee Good Memorial Calls Out Emmer and Fischbach on ICE
February 12, 2026 — A protest sign left at the Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis calls for action from U.S. Representatives Tom Emmer and Michelle Fischbach. The sign references statements attributed to Donald Trump and J.D. Vance regarding ICE's authority and immunity, linking them to the killing of Renee Good by federal agents the previous month. The message urges the politicians to address the incident and not ignore what the sign's author describes as murder.
Framed American flag memorial with handwritten notes and photographs honoring Alex Pretti, killed by federal agents in January.View full post: “We The People Are Pissed” Flag at Alex Pretti Memorial
February 12, 2026 — A framed American flag at the Alex Pretti Memorial. The memorial stands where Pretti was killed by federal agents in January. “We The People ARE PISSED” “I DID NOT RECITE ‘WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL’ EVERY MORNING AT 7AM JUST TO BE CALLED RADICAL FOR WANTING LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.” - Pissed Patriot
Memorial box on Nicollet Avenue containing personal items and handwritten notes honoring Alex Pretti and Renee Good inView full post: “Are You Okay Alex” Note in Nicollet Ave Memorial Box
February 12, 2026 — A memorial box on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis contains personal items and quotes attributed to Alex Pretti and Renee Good. The box includes a rose, stones, a whistle, and handwritten notes with the phrases "Are you okay? Alex" and "I'm not mad at you." Pretti and Good were killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.
ICE agents and federal vehicles on a snow-covered residential street in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.View full post: Observers Track Vehicles During ICE Operation in a St. Louis Park Neighborhood
February 10, 2026 — On February 10, 2026, observers in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, documented federal immigration enforcement activity. This period in the Twin Cities was marked by increased ICE operations, referred to as Operation Metro Surge. The presence of ICE vehicles and agents in residential neighborhoods like this one drew significant attention from community members and local observers who monitored federal activities.
Person filming an ICE vehicle parked on a snowy residential street in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.View full post: Residents Film ICE Vehicle in a St. Louis Park Neighborhood
February 10, 2026 — Onlookers observe an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicle parked on a residential street in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Yellow car drives past boarded building with "Alex Pretti" graffiti on Lake Street, Minneapolis.View full post: Yellow Taxi Passes “Alex Pretti” Graffiti on Lake Street
February 10, 2026 — Graffiti reading "ALEX PRETTI" covers the boarded-up facade of a building on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The graffiti appeared following the death of Alex Pretti, who was killed by federal agents during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis.
Protesters construct a barricade with dumpsters and pallets on Bloomington Avenue during an immigration enforcement protest inView full post: Dumpster Blockade Slows Traffic on Bloomington Ave in Minneapolis
February 7, 2026 — A "filter blockade" is established on Bloomington Avenue in Minneapolis, a tactic used to impede the movement of federal agents. The blockade, constructed from various materials including dumpsters and wooden pallets, aimed to assert local control and protect residents from potential federal intervention.
Protest signs on a Minneapolis residential building read "ICE NOT LIKE US" and "ICE OUT MSP."View full post: Minneapolis Protest Signs: ICE Not Like Us, ICE Out MSP
February 7, 2026 — Protest signs displayed on a residential property in Minneapolis express opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One sign reads "ICE NOT LIKE US," while another states "ICE OUT MSP," referencing the agency's presence in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
Protest sticker on Minneapolis utility pole opposing ICE with crossed-out federal agent badge and resistance message.View full post: “Neighborhood Observation & Resistance” Poster in Powderhorn
February 7, 2026 — A protest sign in Minneapolis's Powderhorn neighborhood expresses opposition to ICE during Operation metro Surge. The sign reads "FUCK ICE" and "NEIGHBORHOOD OBSERVATION & RESISTANCE IN FORCE." Signs like this were a familiar site as thousands of federal agents arrived in Minneapolis.
Protest flyer on Minneapolis utility pole with text advising citizens not to speak with police, ICE, or FBI agents.View full post: “Never Talk to Cops” Flyer on a Powderhorn Utility Pole
February 7, 2026 — A flyer posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis advises individuals to "Never Talk To Cops!" and "Never Talk To I.C.E." It also instructs them to "Never Sign Any Documents!" and "Never Answer Any Questions!" The flyer, which includes the phrase "Know Your Rights" and "Call or ask for a Lawyer," is seen in the Powderhorn neigborhood during Operation Metro Surge.
Protest flyer on wooden wall demanding ICE removal from Minnesota, featuring mugshot and news article about arrested ICE employee.View full post: “ICE Pedos Out of MN” Flyer Posted on a Minneapolis Fence
February 7, 2026 — A protest flyer posted in South Minneapolis calls for the removal of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel from Minnesota. The flyer references a KSTP news report detailing the arrest of ICE employee Alexander Back in Bloomington, Minnesota, on charges of attempting to coerce a minor.
Large crowd gathers at Powderhorn Park in Minneapolis for Renee Good memorial ceremony.View full post: Crowd Gathers at Powderhorn Park for Renee Good Memorial
February 7, 2026 — A large crowd gathered in Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis, for a memorial ceremony one month after Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent.
Protester wearing "NO HUMAN BEING IS ILLEGAL" shirt climbs chain-link fence at Minneapolis Whipple Building.View full post: “No Human Being Is Illegal” Sign at the Whipple Building Fence
February 7, 2026 — A protester, wearing a helmet and a shirt that reads "NO HUMAN BEING IS ILLEGAL," on the fence at the Whipple building. The building has served as a base for federal agents and a holding center for detainees during Operation Metro Surge. Protests have occurred in the area since December.
Protester throws object at white vehicle during ICE protest outside Minneapolis Whipple Building.View full post: Sex Toys Thrown at ICE Vehicle Outside Whipple Building
February 7, 2026 — Protesters threw objects, including sex toys, at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicles outside the Whipple Building near Minneapolis. The building served as a staging area and detention center for federal agents during Operation Metro Surge. Protests against ICE operations in Minneapolis had been ongoing since December.
Black SUV with objects thrown at it during protest outside Minneapolis Whipple Building.View full post: Truck Pelted with Dildos Outside the Whipple Building
February 7, 2026 — Protesters in Minneapolis threw objects at a vehicle believed to belong to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents outside the Whipple Building. The building has served as a staging area for federal agents deployed to Minnesota as part of "Operation Metro Surge." This location has been a site of ongoing protests since December.
Protester throws object at silver vehicle during Ice protest outside Minneapolis Whipple Building.View full post: Driver Gestures at Protesters Outside the Whipple Building
February 7, 2026 — Protesters gathered outside the Whipple Building near Minneapolis, a site used by federal agents during Operation Metro Surge. The building served as a holding center for detainees and a base for federal agents deployed to the city. Protests had been ongoing in the area since December.
Colorful dildos and ribbons attached to chain-link fence outside Whipple Building during Minneapolis ICE protest.View full post: Dildos Tied to Fence Outside the Whipple Building
February 7, 2026 — Dildos on the fence outside the Whipple building near Minneapolis during a weekend protest. Protesters are protesting the actions of federal agents. The building is being used as a detention center and base of operations for thousands of federal agents during "Operation Metro Surge".
Protesters gathered at a fence barrier throw objects at a silver Toyota sedan during an ICE protest outside the Whipple BuildingView full post: Car Passes Whipple Building Fence During ICE Protest
February 7, 2026 — Protesters threw objects at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicles outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis. The building served as a base for federal agents and a holding center for detainees during Operation Metro Surge. Protests against ICE operations in Minnesota have occurred in this area since December.
Protesters hold a sign reading "Only ICE I Need Is In My Bong" at the Whipple Building in Minneapolis.View full post: “Only ICE I Need Is in My Bong” Sign at the Whipple Building Fence
February 7, 2026 — A protest sign reading "Only ICE I Need Is In My Bong" is displayed at the Whipple Building in Minneapolis. The building served as a base for federal agents during Operation Metro Surge and as a holding center for detainees. Protests have occurred in the area since December 2025.
Protesters hold signs outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis opposing ICE immigration enforcement.View full post: Protester Holds “Abolish ICE” Sign Near Metro Blue Line Station
February 7, 2026 — Protesters gathered outside the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis in February. The building served as a staging area for federal agents and a detention center for individuals apprehended during "Operation Metro Surge." Signs held by the crowd expressed opposition to ICE, with one reading "Abolish ICE" and another stating "ICE is Trump's Gestapo."
Box truck with red graffiti reading "Free Wall Express How Ice Makes You Feel" parked on Minneapolis street.View full post: “How ICE Makes You Feel” Graffiti on a South Minneapolis Box Truck
February 7, 2026 — A box truck in South Minneapolis bears graffiti reading "Free Wall Express How Ice Makes You Feel...".
Protesters hold signs including "Blood on the snow ICE has to GO" at a February 2026 Minneapolis demonstration againstView full post: “No Faux King Way” and “Blood on the Snow” Signs at ICE Protest
February 6, 2026 — Protesters marched through downtown Minneapolis on a February 6, 2026 in what's been sustained protests over the actions of thousands of federal agents in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge. Protest sign reads "BLOOD on the snow ICE has to GO".
Protesters holding signs against ICE in downtown Minneapolis, February 2026.View full post: “Stop Pretending Your Racism Is Patriotism” Sign in Downtown Minneapolis
February 6, 2026 — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis on a Friday in February 2026 to express their opposition to the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The marchers carried signs with slogans such as "STOP PRETENDING YOUR RACISM IS PATRIOTISM" and "IT'S A BEAUTIFUL DAY TO MELT ICE." This protest was part of a series of demonstrations against ICE policies and the administration's immigration practices.
Protesters hold cardboard signs reading "Shame" during a downtown Minneapolis march against ICE operations.View full post: “Shame” Signs at Downtown Minneapolis Anti-ICE March
February 6, 2026 — Protesters marched through downtown Minneapolis on a February 6, 2026 in what's been sustained protests over the actions of thousands of federal agents in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge.
Hundreds of protesters march through downtown Minneapolis carrying signs demanding ICE accountability.View full post: Anti-ICE Marchers Fill a Downtown Minneapolis Street
February 6, 2026 — Protesters marched through downtown Minneapolis on a February 6, 2026 in what's been sustained protests over the actions of thousands of federal agents in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge.
Protest sign on a telephone pole requesting ICE agents stop crashing Grindr in South Minneapolis.View full post: “Please Stop Crashing Grindr” Sign Aimed at ICE Agents in South Minneapolis
February 6, 2026 — "ICE AGENTS, we beg of you, PLEASE STOP CRASHING GRINDR" protest sign up high on a telephone pole in South Minneapolis.
Handmade protest sign on Minneapolis utility pole with "ICE" and crossed-out "NUREMBERG" text during Operation Metro Surge.View full post: “ICE Nuremberg” Sign on a Minneapolis Telephone Pole
February 6, 2026 — A sign posted high up on a telephone pole that has NUREMBERG crossed out and ICE written over it. The sign appeared during Operation Metro Surge, the operation that brought thousands of federal agents to Minnesota.
Protest posters on a Minneapolis bus stop shelter display messages opposing ICE and supporting immigration advocacy.View full post: “Keep ICE Out of Minneapolis” Posters on a Nicollet Avenue Bus Shelter
February 6, 2026 — Protest signs are affixed to a bus stop shelter near the Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. The signs read "I.C.E. AGENTS ARE MURDERERS" "RISE and FIGHT KEEP ICE OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS." "THE WRONG ICE IS MELTING"
Wheat-pasted protest posters memorializing Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good with "Murdered by ICE" text on Nicollet Avenue inView full post: “Murdered by ICE” Posters on the Black Forest Inn, Nicollet Avenue
February 6, 2026 — Murder By ICE: Wheat pasted posters hanging on the side of Black Forest Inn on Nicollet Avenue with photos of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. They read "American Mom" and "ICE Nurse" "MURDERED BY ICE". The posters appeared around Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge that brought thousands of federal agents to the city.
Green Bay Packers jersey placed at Alex Pretti memorial on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: Packers Jersey Among Tributes at Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue
February 6, 2026 — A Green Bay Packers jersey lays in the Alex Pretti memorial on Nicollet Avenue. Pretti, who grew up in Green Bay, was shot and killed by a Border Patrol agent on January 24, 2026.
Memorial to Alex Pretti on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis with flowers, candles, and red-and-white barrier tape.View full post: Alex Pretti Memorial Near Glam Doll Donuts on Nicollet Avenue
February 6, 2026 — Wheat pasted posters reading "RENEE GOOD AMERICAN MOM MURDERED BY ICE" and "ALEX PRETTI ICU NURSE MURDERED BY ICE." seen across the street from the Alex Pretti Memorial. Pretty was murdered on January 24 by federal agents.
Minneapolis bus stop covered with protest graffiti and posters opposing ICE, January 2026.View full post: “ICE Out!” Posters Cover a Bus Shelter on Nicollet Avenue
February 6, 2026 — A bus stop on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis is covered with graffiti and protest posters. Visible text includes "ICE OUT! NATIONWIDE SHUTDOWN JANUARY 30" and "FUCK TRUMP AND FUCK YOU FOR VOTING FOR HIM." The bus stop is near the location where Alex Pretti was killed by federal agents a week earlier.
Memorial tribute to Alex Pretti on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis with flowers, candles, and handwritten messages.View full post: Sprawling Memorial for Alex Pretti Along Nicollet Avenue
February 6, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti, who was killed by border patrol agents on January 24, 2026, on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis.
Alex, Renee & Minneapolis Memorial MessageView full post: “The Future of America” Note at the Alex Pretti Memorial
February 6, 2026 — A note left at the Alex Pretti memorial that reads: Alex, Renee & Minneapolis, Thank you for standing up for us. You are the best of us. History will tell your story — but you are already the heroes. With Love, Respect & Gratitude, The Future of America
Memorial for Alex Pretti on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis with flowers, candles, and handwritten signs.View full post: Flowers and Signs Cover the Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue
February 6, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti, who was killed by border patrol agents on January 24, 2026, on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis.
Protest sign reading "FUCK ICE" with photograph of Greg Ketter amid tear gas in Minneapolis.View full post: “Fuck ICE” Yard Sign Featuring Greg Ketter in Tear Gas
February 5, 2026 — A protest sign in Minneapolis reads "FUCK ICE" and features a photograph of Greg Ketter, owner of DreamHaven Books, amidst tear gas. Ketter, then 70 years old, was protesting after Alex Pretti was killed.
Protest sign on Lake Street reading "Minneapolis & MN Needs a Mamdani Now" referencing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.View full post: “Minneapolis & MN Needs a Mamdani Now” Sign on Lake Street
February 5, 2026 — A protest sign reading "MINNEAPOLIS & MN NEEDS A MAMdANI NOW" is displayed on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis on February 5, 2026. The sign references Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City.
Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" spray-painted on a Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board sign at Chickadee Park in winter.View full post: “FUCK ICE” Graffiti on Chickadee Park Sign in Minneapolis
February 5, 2026 — Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on a sign for Chickadee Park in Minneapolis.
Protest sign on utility pole reading "ICE CBP YOUR ACTIONS WILL HAUNT YOU" in North Minneapolis neighborhood.View full post: “Your Actions Will Haunt You” Sign Targets ICE and CBP in Minneapolis
February 5, 2026 — A protest sign in North Minneapolis reads "ICE CBP YOUR ACTIONS WILL HAUNT YOU."
Ice sculpture spelling "PROSECUTE ICE" displayed on plaza at Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul.View full post: “Prosecute ICE” Ice Sculpture by Common Defense at the Minnesota Capitol
February 5, 2026 — An ice sculpture reading "PROSECUTE ICE" was displayed at the Minnesota State Capitol on January 5, 2026. The installation was organized by Common Defense, a group advocating for policy changes related to immigration enforcement.
Ice sculpture spelling "PROSECUTE ICE" displayed on plaza in front of Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul.View full post: “Prosecute ICE” Ice Sculpture Outside the Minnesota State Capitol
February 5, 2026 — An ice sculpture reading "PROSECUTE ICE" was displayed at the Minnesota State Capitol on January 5, 2026. The installation was organized by Common Defense, a group advocating for policy changes related to immigration enforcement.
Yellow protest sign shaped like a money bag reads "$50K TO GO CAVA" and "ICE GTFO of MN" on Minneapolis residential street.View full post: “$50K to Go Cava” Sign Targets Tom Homan in South Minneapolis
February 4, 2026 — A protest sign in Minneapolis, Minnesota, reads "HOMAN $50K TO GO CAVA" and "ICE GTFO of MN." The sign, shaped like a large yellow bag filled with imitation money, references allegations that Tom Homan, former acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), accepted $50,000 in cash.
School bus passes street barricades marked "ICE OUT" in South Minneapolis during immigration protest.View full post: School Bus Passes “ICE Out” Barricades in South Minneapolis
February 4, 2026 — A school bus drives by street barricades reading "ICE OUT" in South Minneapolis. The barricades were built in neighborhoods as reminders to ICE agents they are not wanted as well as slowing their erratic driving.
Anti-ICE protest flyer affixed to tree near Minneapolis waterfront with text and illustrated figure.View full post: “ICE Agents Are Brainless” Flyer Stapled to a Minneapolis Tree
February 3, 2026 — A flyer posted on a tree in Minneapolis reads "ICE AGENTS ARE BRAINLESS" and features a crude drawing of a figure. The flyer's message is a protest against the actions or policies of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Memorial for Alex Pretti on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis with candles, flowers, and handwritten signs honoring resistance.View full post: “Taken by Injustice, Remembered for Resistance” Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial
February 3, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis on February 3. The memorial, consisting of flowers, candles, and signs, was erected following Pretti's death. Pretti was killed at this location by federal agents on January 24.
A memorial for Alex Pretti with flowers and candles on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, February 3.View full post: Alex Pretti Memorial, Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, February 3
February 3, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti is displayed on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis on February 3. The memorial, consisting of flowers, candles, and signs, was erected following Pretti's death. Pretti was killed at this location by federal agents on January 24.
Protest sign reading "BOVINO & ICE, GTFO!" on snowy Minneapolis property with stone house and bare trees.View full post: “Bovino & ICE, GTFO” Banner on a Snowy Minneapolis Yard
February 2, 2026 — A protest sign reading "BOVINO & ICE, GTFO!" is displayed on a snow-covered property in Minneapolis on February 2, 2026. The sign references Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino during Operation Metro Surge.
"Protect" sign with whistle-blowing woman illustration posted on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: “Protect” Whistle-Blower Sign on Nicollet Avenue
February 2, 2026 — A sign reading "PROTECT" with an illustration of a woman blowing a whistle is posted on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. This sign was created as a response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the area during Operation Metro Surge that brought thousands of federal agents to the area.
Protest sign reading "Brothers & Sisters It's Fucking Fascism" displayed on wooden fence in Minneapolis during winter.View full post: “Brothers & Sisters, It’s Fucking Fascism” Sign on a Minneapolis Fence
February 2, 2026 — A protest sign reading "BROTHERS & SISTERS IT'S FUCKING FASCISM" is displayed on a wooden fence in Minneapolis on February 2, 2026. The words were used days earlier by Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine at a benefit show at First Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis.
A protest sign in Minneapolis addresses ICE officers with information about internal reporting options and whistleblowerView full post: “Dear ICE, You’ve Got Options” Sign Urges Agents to Report Concerns
February 1, 2026 — A protest sign in Minneapolis seen on February 2, 2026. The sign protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reads "Dear ICE, Concerned About What You're Seeing? You've Got Options." The sign offers advice to individuals feeling uneasy about their work, encouraging them to speak up safely and file reports to protect their pensions and bonuses. It provides contact information for the DHS Office of Inspector General and the Office of Special Counsel, indicating a focus on internal reporting mechanisms within the agency.
Protest poster on Minneapolis utility pole comparing ICE and KKK with text "Same Shit."View full post: “Same Shit” Poster Compares ICE to KKK on Minneapolis Street
February 1, 2026 — A poster comparing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency to the Ku Klux Klan was displayed on a utility pole in South Minneapolis on February 1, 2026. The poster, which reads "Same Shit," juxtaposes an image of a KKK hood with a masked figure labeled "POLICE ICE."
Protest Poster Against ICE in Minneapolis NeighborhoodView full post: “Shut Down ICE” and “Not Welcome Here” Posters on a Minneapolis Utility Pole
February 1, 2026 — Protest signs in South Minneapolis that read "SHUT DOWN ICE" and "ICE EAT SHIT. NOT WELCOME HERE!"
Filter blockade in South MinneapolisView full post: “ICE Go Home” Sign at South 17th Avenue Filter Blockade
February 1, 2026 — Some in South Minneapolis have created what they call “filter blockades” on Cedar Ave. A handout says the roundabout like blockade is meant to bring neighbors together to strategize against ICE while also identifying traffic coming into the area. Minneapolis February 1, 2026
Protesters at a filter blockade on S Cedar Ave in Minneapolis protest ICE operations.View full post: Minneapolis Filter Blockade on S Cedar Ave Protests ICE
February 1, 2026 — On February 1, 2026, residents of South Minneapolis established a "filter blockade" on Cedar Avenue, creating a roundabout-like structure. This protest aimed to strategize against the presence and operations of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the area.
Protesters block Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis with makeshift barriers against ICE operations.View full post: Filter Blockade on Cedar Ave in Minneapolis
February 1, 2026 — On February 1, 2026, protesters in South Minneapolis established "filter blockades" on Cedar Avenue as part of a response to Operation Metro Surge. These makeshift structures, resembling roundabouts, were erected to facilitate community organizing and monitor traffic in opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Protesters erect a filter blockade on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis opposing ICE operations.View full post: “Ice Out MSP” Filter Blockade on Cedar Avenue
February 1, 2026 — On February 1, 2026, protesters in South Minneapolis established "filter blockades" on Cedar Avenue as part of a response to Operation Metro Surge. These makeshift structures, resembling roundabouts, were erected to facilitate community organizing and monitor traffic in opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Filter Blockade in South Minneapolis on February 1View full post: “Ice Out Now” Filter Blockade on Cedar Avenue
February 1, 2026 — On February 1, 2026, protesters in South Minneapolis established "filter blockades" on Cedar Avenue as part of a response to Operation Metro Surge. These makeshift structures, resembling roundabouts, were erected to facilitate community organizing and monitor traffic in opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Protest posters on a blue wall naming Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good with "Murdered by ICE" text.View full post: Wheatpasted Posters for Alex Pretti and Renee Good in Uptown Minneapolis
February 1, 2026 — Posters accusing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of "murdering" Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, and Renee Nicole Good, an American mother, were displayed around Minneapolis in February 2026. The posters were part of protests against ICE operations, specifically referencing "Operation Metro Surge" in Minneapolis. Alex Pretti and Renee Good were killed in January 2026 by federal agents.
Large banner reading "ICE OUT OF MN FOR GOOD" on Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: “ICE Out of MN For Good” Banner at Lake and Lyndale
February 1, 2026 — A large banner reading "ICE OUT OF MN FOR GOOD" is displayed on the corner of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The banner also lists the names of individuals who have died in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform together with electric guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: Bruce Springsteen Embraces Tom Morello at First Avenue Concert
January 30, 2026 — Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as part of a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, announced on Wednesday, featured Springsteen as a special guest alongside Morello, Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert's purpose was to protest "Operation Metro Surge.”
Bruce Springsteen performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a solidarity concert.View full post: Guitarist Holds “Arrest the President” Sign at First Avenue Concert
January 30, 2026 — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as part of a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, which also featured Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly, was announced on Wednesday. Springsteen performed "Streets of Minneapolis" during the show, which was organized in response to ICE operations in the city. The concert aimed to express solidarity with immigrant communities facing increased scrutiny and enforcement.
Bruce Springsteen performs with electric guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a benefit concert.View full post: Bruce Springsteen Plays Telecaster Beside Tom Morello at First Avenue
January 30, 2026 — Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was announced on Wednesday and featured Springsteen as a special guest. The event also included performances by Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly, and was part of a broader effort related to ICE and immigration issues in Minnesota.
Bruce Springsteen performs with acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: Bruce Springsteen Sings Solo at First Avenue’s Defend Minnesota Concert
January 30, 2026 — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as a special guest for the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, announced on Wednesday, also featured Tom Morello, members of Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was held in support of immigration rights and in opposition to ICE operations in Minnesota.
Tom Morello performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a protest against immigration policies.View full post: Tom Morello Performs During Defend Minnesota Concert at First Avenue
January 30, 2026 — Tom Morello performs with Bruce Springsteen at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest immigration policies. The event featured Springsteen as a special guest, alongside musicians like Tom Morello, Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly.
Merchandise for a "Defend Minnesota" event, including shirts and a hoodie, is displayed for sale at First Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: “Arrest the President” Merch Table at First Avenue Benefit Show
January 30, 2026 — Merchandise at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, held to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city, featured a lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly.
Attendee at a Minneapolis concert wears a hat with "FUCK ICE" displayed, during protests against ICE.View full post: “FUCK ICE” Hat in the Crowd at First Avenue
January 30, 2026 — A concert held at First Avenue in Minneapolis featured Bruce Springsteen as a special guest, alongside musicians Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The event, announced as a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!", took place amidst protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The hat worn by an attendee displays the message "FUCK ICE".
Tom Morello performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a protest concert.View full post: Tom Morello Performs at First Avenue’s “Defend Minnesota” Concert
January 30, 2026 — Tom Morello performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, held to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city, featured a lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly.
Lagoon Cinema in Minneapolis displays "ICE OUT NOW!" in its windows on January 29, 2026.View full post: “ICE Out Now!” Sign at Lagoon Cinema on Lagoon Avenue
January 29, 2026 — The Landmark Lagoon Cinema in Uptown Minneapolis displays "ICE OUT NOW!" in its windows on January 29, 2026 during Operation Metro Surge.
Street barricades with "ICE OUT" signage in South Minneapolis, Minnesota, during winter.View full post: “Ice Out” Barricades on a Quiet South Minneapolis Street
January 29, 2026 — Temporary street barricades are erected in South Minneapolis to slow down ICE vehicles that continue to speed through residential neighborhoods.
Protest signs in a Minneapolis roundabout on January 29, 2026, call to "Abolish ICE" and "ICE OUT."View full post: “Abolish ICE” Signs in a South Minneapolis Traffic Circle
January 29, 2026 — "ICE OUT" "Abolish ICE" seen in a roundabout in a South Minneapolis neighborhood during Operaton Metro Surge.
U-Haul truck with "FUCK ICE" graffiti parked in Minneapolis.View full post: “Fuck ICE” Spray-Painted on a U-Haul Truck in Uptown Minneapolis
January 28, 2026 — A UHAUL moving truck with "FUCK ICE" written on the side. Seen in Uptown Minneapolis on January 28, 2026.
Signs reading "NEIGHBORS SAY ICE OUT!" are posted on 10th Avenue South in Minneapolis during protests against ICE operations.View full post: “Neighbors Say ICE Out!” Signs Along 10th Avenue South
January 28, 2026 — Signs reading "NEIGHBORS SAY ICE OUT!" are posted on 10th Avenue South in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge to slow down ICE vehicles.
A protest banner reading "The resistance is rooted in love ICE OUT!" hangs between trees in South Minneapolis.View full post: “The Resistance Is Rooted in Love, ICE Out!” Sign in South Minneapolis
January 28, 2026 — A banner reading "The resistance is rooted in love ICE OUT!" hangs between trees in South Minneapolis. The sign is a protest against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
A banner reading "ICE GO HOME" is displayed on chairs along a snow-covered street in Minneapolis.View full post: “ICE Go Home” Banner on a Snowy South Minneapolis Street
January 28, 2026 — Residents of South Minneapolis placed a banner reading "ICE GO HOME" on January 28, 2026, to protest the presence and actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicles. The protest occurred amidst concerns about reckless driving by ICE vehicles in residential neighborhoods.
A roadside memorial for Renee Good on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis, January 2026.View full post: Mourners Visit Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue
January 28, 2026 — A roadside memorial for Renee Good on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis, January 28, 2026. The memorial, consisting of flowers, candles, stuffed animals, and signs, marks the location where Good was killed by federal agents during Operation Metro Surge earlier that month.
Protesters in Minneapolis hold signs reading "Refugees Are Welcome Here" and "ICE Out Of Minnesota For Good!"View full post: “Refugees Are Welcome Here” Sign at Minneapolis Night March
January 27, 2026 — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis on January 24, 2019, to protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and to call for a a second general strike. Signs displayed messages such as "ICE Out of Minnesota For Good!" and "Stop ICE Terror Now!" The protest occurred on the same day that Greg Bovino, then-director of ICE's field office in Minnesota, was reportedly scheduled to depart from his position.
Protesters in downtown Minneapolis on January 24, 2019, held signs against ICE and called for a general strike.View full post: “ICE Out of Minnesota for Good” Signs at Minneapolis Protest
January 27, 2026 — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis on January 24, 2019, to protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and to call for a a second general strike. Signs displayed messages such as "ICE Out of Minnesota For Good!" and "Stop ICE Terror Now!" The protest occurred on the same day that Greg Bovino, then-director of ICE's field office in Minnesota, was reportedly scheduled to depart from his position.
A memorial for Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, with flowers and candles.View full post: Mother and Daughter Embrace at Alex Pretti Memorial
January 27, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti, who was killed by Border Patrol officers on January 24, 2026, is seen in Minneapolis on January 27, 2026. The memorial, comprised of flowers, candles, and personal tributes, was established where Alex Pretti was killed by federal agents during "Operation Metro Surge".
A semi-truck driver waits with his dog outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel during an immigration protest on January 29, 2026.View full post: Truck Driver and His Dog Watch Maple Grove Noise Demonstration
January 26, 2026 — A semi-truck driver with his dog outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel on January 29, 2026. Protesters gathered at the hotel, believing it to be a location where Greg Bovino and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel were staying. The protest was part of a series of Noise Demonstrations at hotels around Minneapolis.
A protestor holds a sign targeting Greg Bovino outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel during a noise demonstration in Maple Grove.View full post: “Greg Bovino Has a Small” Sign at Maple Grove Noise Demo
January 26, 2026 — A protestor holds a sign targeting Greg Bovino outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel, where federal officers were believed to be staying as part of "Operation Metro Surge." The protest, which included noise from drums and semi-truck horns, occurred in Maple Grove. Some participants were arrested after dispersal orders were issued, indicating a tense confrontation between demonstrators and law enforcement.
Protesters and media gather as police in tactical gear make an arrest at a noise demonstration in Maple Grove, Minnesota.View full post: Media Crowds Around an Arrest at Maple Grove Noise Demonstration
January 26, 2026 — On January 26, 2026, a protest occurred in Maple Grove, Minnesota, related to immigration enforcement. The event, described as a noise demonstration, was to disrupt sleep of federal agents who were believed to be staying inside. Multiple arrests were made.
Protesters with an American flag and gas masks gather outside a hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, during an ICE operation.View full post: Protester Raises Fist With American Flag During Maple Grove Noise Demo
January 26, 2026 — Protesters gathered outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations during "Operation Metro Surge."
Police in riot gear stand outside Springhill Suites in Maple Grove, Minnesota, during a protest against ICE.View full post: Riot Police Outside Springhill Suites During Maple Grove ICE Protest
January 26, 2026 — Police in riot gear stand outside the Springhill Suites in Maple Grove, Minnesota, on January 26, 2026. The officers were present during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest, described as a "Noise Demonstration," occurred in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, a region that has seen significant activism related to immigration policies.
Police in riot gear confront protesters outside a hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota.View full post: Riot Police Advance on Protesters During Snowy Maple Grove Noise Demo
January 26, 2026 — Protesters gathered outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel, believing it to be a lodging for federal officers involved in "Operation Metro Surge." The demonstration, which included noise-making and was at times outnumbered by members of the press, led to several arrests after dispersal orders were issued. This event occurred during a period of heightened activity and scrutiny surrounding immigration enforcement in the region.
A flyer protesting ICE is posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis.View full post: “ICE Kidnapped Our Neighbor Here” Flyer on a South Minneapolis Pole
January 26, 2026 — A flyer posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis reads "ICE Kidnapped Our Neighbor Here," with translations in Spanish and Somali. The flyer serves as a public protest against the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
A protest sign in Minneapolis reads "ICE WE GET IT! YOU'RE DEFINITELY STRAIGHT." The sign is attached to a utility pole.View full post: “ICE, We Get It! You’re Definitely Straight” Sign in Minneapolis
January 26, 2026 — A protest sign in Minneapolis reads "ICE WE GET IT! YOU'RE DEFINITELY STRAIGHT." The sign, attached to a utility pole, reflects a sentiment expressed during protests against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Red graffiti reading "ICE FASCISTS" and "KILL ICE" covers the windows of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis.View full post: “Fascist Pigs” and “Killers” Spray-Painted on Home2 Suites in Minneapolis
January 26, 2026 — Red graffiti, including "ICE FASCISTS" and "KILL ICE," mars the windows of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. The vandalism occurred during a protest against the hotel, which is believed to be used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Such protests have become a recurring occurrence in the Minneapolis area over the past month, targeting hotels suspected of housing ICE personnel.
Graffiti reading "ICE OUT" and "FUCK ICE" mars the vandalized exterior of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis.View full post: “ICE Out” Graffiti on Shattered Hotel Window in Minneapolis
January 26, 2026 — Graffiti reading "ICE OUT" and "FUCK ICE" mars the exterior of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis following a protest. The hotel is believed to be a lodging place for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This incident occurred during a period of increased protests against ICE operations in the metro area.
Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on the entrance of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis.View full post: “ICE Kills” Graffiti on Home2 Suites Entrance in Minneapolis
January 26, 2026 — Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on the entrance of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. The hotel is believed to be used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Protests against ICE operations have become frequent in the Minneapolis metro area, with demonstrators targeting hotels suspected of housing agents.
Graffiti reading "ICE CUP OF MPLS" in red spray paint on the glass entrance of Home2 Suites in Minneapolis.View full post: “ICE Out of MPLS” Graffiti at Home2 Suites in Minneapolis
January 26, 2026 — Graffiti reading "ICE CUP OF MPLS" in red spray paint is visible on the glass entrance of the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Minneapolis. The vandalism occurred during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which was believed to be housing agents at the hotel.
A Santa Muerte banner hangs on fencing at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, a site used by ICE.View full post: “Break ICE’s Grip” Santa Muerte Prayer Banner Outside Whipple Building
January 26, 2026 — A banner depicting Santa Muerte hangs on fencing surrounding the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, which has been used as a detention center by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The banner includes a prayer to "Nina Blanca Holy Death" asking for protection and an end to ICE's operations, referencing "Operation Metro Surge."
Protest signs reading "Shame on You" and "Keep the Immigrants, Deport the Racists" attached to barricades outside the WhippleView full post: “Shame on You” Sign on Barricades Outside Whipple Building
January 26, 2026 — Protest signs reading "Shame on You" and "Keep the Immigrants, Deport the Racists" are displayed on barricades outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis. The building was utilized as a temporary detention center and staging area for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents during Operation Metro Surge in 2019. This operation involved the deployment of thousands of federal agents to cities across the United States.
Graffiti on orange pillar reading "A neighbor was taken here" and "Abolish ICE" at Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue inView full post: “A Neighbor Was Taken Here” Stencil at Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue
January 25, 2026 — Graffiti reading "A neighbor was taken here" and "Abolish ICE" is spray-painted on a textured orange pillar at the intersection of Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue in Minneapolis. The message refers to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency.
Minnesota National Guard and Police vehicles at Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, during Operation Metro Surge.View full post: Police and Military Vehicle Outside Franklin Nicollet Liquor Store
January 24, 2026 — Minnesota National Guard and Minneapolis Police vehicles are positioned outside the Franklin Nicollet Liquor Store on January 25, 2026 as darkness falls following the killing of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Minnesota National Guard vehicles in a Minneapolis bike lane on January 24, 2026, following the shooting death of Alex Pretti.View full post: Minnesota National Guard Humvees Occupy a Minneapolis Bike Lane at Night
January 24, 2026 — Minnesota National Guard vehicles were positioned in a Minneapolis bike lane on January 24, 2026. The deployment followed the shooting death of Alex Pretti by ICE agents earlier that day. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Street barricades made of dumpsters and tires line Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis near a memorial for Alex Pretti.View full post: “ACAB” Graffiti on Barricades Near Alex Pretti Memorial, Minneapolis
January 24, 2026 — Street barricades line Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis following the killing of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. The barricades, constructed from dumpsters, tires, and fencing, were erected in the vicinity of a makeshift memorial for Pretti. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
A flyer posted on a window in Minneapolis reads "ICE MURDERED A MAN IN MINNEAPOLIS THIS MORNING. REST IN POWER ALEX PRETTI."View full post: “Rest in Power” Flyer for Alex Pretti in a Minneapolis Window
January 24, 2026 — A flyer posted on a window in Minneapolis reads "ICE MURDERED A MAN IN MINNEAPOLIS THIS MORNING. REST IN POWER ALEX PRETTI." The poster is a response to an incident involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that occurred on the morning of its posting. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
A vigil with lit candles for Alex Pretti in Minneapolis on January 25, 2026.View full post: Kneeling Mourner at Alex Pretti Candlelight Vigil, Minneapolis
January 24, 2026 — A vigil is held in Minneapolis on January 25, 2026, for Alex Pretti, who was killed by Border Patrol officers earlier in the day. The memorial, marked by numerous lit candles, reflects the community's grief and response to the incident. The event occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a period of increased immigration enforcement activity in the region. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Memorial sign reading "Alex Should Be Here" with lit candle and justice advocacy sign during Minneapolis protest.View full post: “Alex Should Be Here” Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial in Minneapolis
January 24, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti, who was killed by Border Patrol officers on January 25, 2026, in Minneapolis. The protest sign reads "Alex Should Be Here," accompanied by a lit candle and another sign advocating for justice and the abolition of ICE. This event occurred during "Operation Metro Surge". On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
A memorial for Alex Pretti with flowers and candles on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.View full post: “We Remember” Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue
January 24, 2026 — A memorial for Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed by Border Patrol officers on January 24, 2026, is seen on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. The memorial includes flowers, candles, and a sign reading "We Remember." Pretti's death occurred during Operation Metro Surge. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
A sign reading "FEDERAL AGENTS NOT PERMITTED ON PREMISES" lies on the ground at the Alex Pretti Memorial in Minneapolis.View full post: “Federal Agents Not Permitted” Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial
January 24, 2026 — A sign on the ground outside the Alex Pretti Memorial reads "FEDERAL AGENTS NOT PERMITTED ON PREMISES." The memorial, located in Minneapolis, was established following the death of Alex Pretti. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
A memorial for Alex Pretti in Minneapolis features candles, flowers, and signs, including one listing "Warning Signs of Fascism."View full post: Candles and “Warning Signs of Fascism” Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial
January 24, 2026 — A memorial in Minneapolis honors Alex Pretti, who was killed by Border Patrol officers on January 25, 2026. The memorial features numerous candles, flowers, and signs, including one listing "Warning Signs of Fascism." On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Barricades and a barrel fire near the Alex Pretti Memorial in Minneapolis on January 24, 2026.View full post: Barrel Fire Burns Beside Barricades Near Alex Pretti Memorial
January 24, 2026 — Minneapolis authorities established barricades and a fire burned in a barrel on January 24, 2026, near the site where Alex Pretti was killed by Border Patrol officers. The incident occurred during Operation Metro Surge, a period of increased immigration enforcement activity. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Candles outside Morrissey's Irish Pub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis, a memorial for Alex Pretti.View full post: Memorial Candles Outside Morrissey’s Irish Pub on Lake Street
January 24, 2026 — Candles are placed outside Morrissey's Irish Pub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. This memorial was established in response to the shooting death of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol officers earlier that day. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
ICE agents use less-lethal force on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis, January 24, 2026.View full post: Paintball Launcher Fired by Federal Agent on Nicollet Avenue
January 24, 2026 — Federal agents from ICE and Border Patrol shoot less lethals on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis on January 24, 2026. This follows the killing Alex Pretti, the second American to be killed in January 2026 in Minneapolis. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Barricades and graffiti on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis after a protest.View full post: “Fuck MPD” Spray-Painted on a Dumpster Near Nicollet Avenue
January 24, 2026 — Barricades and graffiti mark Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis following a protest. The street was blocked off after Alex Pretti was killed earlier in the day by Border Patrol officers during Operation Metro Surge. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Crowd protests on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents.View full post: Crowd Fills Nicollet Avenue Near W. 26th Street After Alex Pretti Shooting
January 24, 2026 — A protest fills Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis on January 24, 2026, following the morning's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol officers. This incident marked the second death and third shooting by federal agents in the city within the month. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Protesters in Minneapolis hold a sign reading "Pretti Good People Are Getting Murdered!!" during a protest against ICE.View full post: “Pretti Good People Are Getting Murdered!!” Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial
January 24, 2026 — Protesters in Minneapolis hold signs, including one reading "Pretti Good People Are Getting Murdered!!," to memorialize Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Both individuals were reportedly killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in separate incidents. The protest occurred where Alex Pretti was killed earlier in the day. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.
Protesters hold signs after Alex Pretti is killed in MinneapolisView full post: “It’s Giving Small Dicktator Energy” Sign at Alex Pretti Vigil
January 24, 2026 — Tonight on Nicollet Avenue where Alex Pretti was killed by Border Patrol officers this morning. This is the second person killed and third person shot by federal agents in Minneapolis this month.
A protestor holds a sign against ICE Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis.View full post: “We Beat ‘Em Before” Protest Sign Near Alex Pretti Memorial
January 24, 2026 — A protestor holds a sign reading "WE BEAT EM BEFORE WE'LL BEAT EM AGAIN!!!" during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. The protest took place where Alex Pretti was killed earlier in the day. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.

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